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Welcome to KARI’s latest News page, your gateway to staying informed and inspired.

Explore a collection of articles, updates, and stories that showcase our unwavering commitment to fostering positive change. From groundbreaking initiatives and impactful partnerships to heartwarming success stories from the communities we serve, this curated hub keeps you connected to the pulse of our mission. Discover how we’re breaking new ground in empowering lives, promoting education, and driving sustainable progress.

CEO Message – August 2017

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Over the past month, we have been honoured to see our staff and programs showcased in a number of ways. Firstly, our wonderful clinicians from the KARI clinic had a research paper published in the Wiley journal. The paper explores the diverse needs of Aboriginal children in Foster Care and…

VIP Students Meet Governor’s Wife

Governor's Wife
The students in KARI’s Vocal Identification Program (VIP) have been exceptionally busy participating in some exciting events over the past month, including performing for the Governor’s Wife. On Friday 21st July, 17 members of the group participated in the VIP Recording Day. The day was a chance for the students…

Vacation Care Wraps up for July School Holidays

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KARI’s Community Vacation Care Program has wrapped up for another term. The July school holidays provided a load of fun for the children and young people who attended. This free program also provided respite to parents and caretakers during what can often be a stressful time. School holidays often bring…

CEO Message – June 2017

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I am immensely proud of the work being done through the KARI Leadership Program– an initiative that has been designed for Aboriginal leaders and leaders working with Aboriginal communities and stakeholders. At KARI we want to see Australia’s professional class of high-achieving Aboriginal doctors, lawyers, teachers, engineers, business managers and entrepreneurs…

ISPT Funds $5K in Scholarships

ISPT
Our partners at ISPT have invested an additional $5,000 in the KARI Scholarship Program, with the organisation currently funding 20 student places. This support will help Aboriginal students who have the potential to succeed but are lacking motivation and engagement. The funding will also support students whose life outside of…

The Brighter Futures Camp receives funding from Liverpool Council

Brighter Futures Camp
The Brighter Futures Camp is an early intervention program aimed at Aboriginal families engaged in KARI’s Brighter Futures Program. The purpose of the camp is to assist parents in building strong, trusting relationships with their children. Parenting skills, support networks and community resources are provided in order to help make…

KARI Awarded Sidney Myer Foundation Grant

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KARI was recently awarded a $10,000 grant through the Sidney Myer Fund Small Grants Program, to fund its 2017 Brighter Futures Camp. The grants program aims to: Alleviate the negative effects of poverty and disadvantage Demonstrate new ideas about how to address poverty and disadvantage Strengthen communities’ abilities to deal…
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